Obungu said through such groups many Kenyans will have a platform to raise their voices and input on issues affecting them especially on economic development.
He said civic engagements would enable Kenyans to understand and participate in nation-building.
The constitution demands that elected leaders involve citizens in development projects they undertake for them.Obungu said Kenyan citizens would use Bunge to discuss social, political and economic development of their area.
"The sole agenda of Bunge La Wananchi is to promote civic engagement and sensitise people at the grassroots. Public participation is critical in social, political and economic development," Obungu said.
Speaking during the opening of the Karachuonyo branch in Kendu Bay town on Saturday, the civil society group chairman urged members to critique issues affecting the country.
He was accompanied by their national attorney, Oloo Gor. The speaker of Karachuonyo Bunge, Musa Owino, was also present.Obungu urged elected leaders to comply with the Kenyan constitution that demands their electorates are empowered.
The Karachuonyo Bunge members were urged to undertake oversight without taking sides.
"Nobody should be left out when leaders are implementing development programmes in the country. The access to government procurement opportunities should ensure disabled persons, women and youths are included," he said.
They urged elected leaders, especially governors from the Nyanza region, to set up industries to address the shortage of employment.Gor said they use Bunge to hold leaders to account.
He asked the Homa Bay government to fix the drainage system in Kendu Bay town.
"We don't want a situation where the county government responds only when traders or people refuse to pay taxes. The drainage system problems should be addressed as quickly as possible to improve sanitation in the town," Gor said.
Owino said they will work with like-minded leaders as they follow the law.
He said they have a mandate to put leaders to tasks and ensure they deliver to the electorate."We'll discuss our issues in accordance with the rule of law. It is the people's parliament, where they discuss matters affecting them," Owino said.
